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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Gotha
Crawinkel

Lütsche Dam – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Talsperre Lütsche

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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Gotha
Crawinkel

Lütsche Dam – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Talsperre Lütsche

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Lütsche Dam – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Talsperre Lütsche

01:11

4.28km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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410 m

Lütsche Dam

Highlight • Lake

A beautiful reservoir 😊🦊

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1.95 km

There were several quarries in the vicinity where millstones were broken and hewn.

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2.39 km

Lütschetalsperre Reservoir

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Here it is perfect for swimming, even with a dog, and for learning various water sports

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3.01 km

Beautiful rest area of the “Gemeinde Geratal” with a direct view of the dam.

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3.06 km

Lütschetalsperre Dam

Highlight • Monument

Could use a new coat of paint

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3.13 km

The dam was built between 1935 and 1938 and served to supply soft water to the Arnstadt, Neudietendorf and Erfurt train stations.

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3.21 km

Lütschetalsperre Dam

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The Lütsche Dam is located on the northern slope of the Thuringian Forest, near Frankenhain in the Ilm district. It was originally used by the German Reichsbahn to supply stations …

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4.18 km

Lütsche Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Nestled in the beautiful nature of the Thuringian Forest lies the Lütschetalsperre. Around the reservoir, you can cycle and repeatedly enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake and the wooded …

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4.28 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.49 km

1.27 km

263 m

204 m

Surfaces

2.10 km

1.47 km

455 m

202 m

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Highest point (650 m)

Lowest point (580 m)

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Saturday 27 June

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